Instagram has pledged to remove images, drawings and even cartoons showing methods of self-harm or suicide. The move is its latest response to the public outcry over the death of British teenager Molly Russell. The 14-year-old killed herself in 2017 after viewing...

Any parents that maybe interested in learning more about PLCBT. The Psychological Welfare Practitioner who is based at Hurworth School on a Thursday will be offering a parent course. If any parent or guardian is interested in this course please contact Mrs Davidson at...

You may be aware that that it was World Mental Health Day last month. I have attached a link to a video which was released to promote Every Mind Matters- an initiative by PHE and the NHS. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ThvogdoC-q4

Young people told us that when they are struggling they are usually told to see a professional. They don’t often get much advice about how they could help themselves. So, we spoke to professionals and looked at academic research. Then we drew up a list of strategies...

The new social media craze that can have a real effect on young people's mental health. Please read the guide below for more information: https://2j39y52a62gm1afygb3g1xbu-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Sadfishing.pdf

In findings published by the Children’s Society taken from their annual Good Childhood Report, “excessive social media use” is being blamed for a decline in children’s happiness, with body image, social media pressures and lack of strong friendships identified as...

From adults living glamorous lifestyles to young teens playing video games to children opening toys, social media influencers can mean big business for companies. But they can also provide a distorted version of reality for their followers which is why it’s important...

Below is the link you can follow to access CAMHS - 'Recovery College' Facebook page. This page can give help and advice to young people as well as parents and carers. https://www.facebook.com/RecoveryCollegeOnline/

Mind have many helpful videos with advice on many aspects of mental health, as well as self care tips. It is a very useful place to find more information on coping strategies and understanding of mental health. Please access the helpful videos through the link below:...

The Anna Freud National Centre for Children and Families is a children’s mental health charity with over 60 years’ experience of caring for young minds. Our vision is a world in which children and their families are effectively supported to build on their own strengths to achieve their goals in life.

The Listening Post was established in 2017 as a distinct project of DACYM (Darlington Area Churches Youth Ministry). The Listening Post is a listening and mentoring project that seeks to help young people with low level mental health and well-being issues in order to prevent them escalating into something more long-lasting.

Leading the fight for a future where all young minds are supported and empowered, whatever the challenges. The crisis in children and young people’s mental health is real and it is urgent. More children and young people than ever before are reaching out for help with their mental health. But for those who take that brave step, help is much too hard to find. Together, we are changing this. We’re fighting for young people’s mental health.

Young people can experience a range of mental health problems. Childhood and teenage years are a time when you are usually changing rapidly and developing all the time. You also often have to cope with many different situations and unfamiliar challenges like exams, relationships and the other pressures of growing up.

We’re here for you, whatever’s on your mind. We’ll support you. Guide you. Help you make decisions that are right for you. Our tips and techniques, ideas and inspirations, can help you feel more in control. You can access them in your own time, at your own pace! We have many useful ways to provide help and support including free 24 hour helpline, online 1:1 counselling support, information and advice board and toolbox kits.

XenZone is a provider of online mental health services for children, young people and adults. Kooth, from XenZone, is an online counselling and emotional well-being platform for children and young people, accessible through mobile, tablet and desktop and free at the point of use. This provides young people a counselling service online, it is available Monday – Friday: 12pm – 10pm and Saturday & Sunday: 6pm – 10pm.

Mental illness and suicidal thoughts can affect anyone, of any age, of any background, at any time. Like with physical illnesses, people don’t choose to have a mental health problem. And they need the appropriate care to get better. Mental illness and suicidal thoughts are common issues for young people. It can be difficult to know if a child is suffering as they often keep it to themselves. But we’re here to help you spot the signs and know how to support them.